In this episode of the Dual Comm Podcast, we dive into a stacked lineup of topics that blend nostalgia, modern gaming tech, and internet culture.
PSVR in 2025 – Trying PlayStation VR for the first time a decade late! Does it hold up, or does the novelty wear off? We break down the best games (Ace Combat 7, Astro Bot Rescue Mission, Wipeout Omega Collection) and whether VR still has a future.
Retro Gaming in 2025 – Playing PlayStation 1 & 2 on original hardware still feels amazing. We discuss scalers like the Framemeister, OSSC, and RetroTINK, and why retro gaming delivers a distraction-free experience that modern games often lack.
The Old Internet Was Better – Why does the internet feel so different now? We reflect on the pre-algorithm era, how online spaces used to be more personal and exploratory, and what changed around 2017-2018. Can we ever go back?
Gaming Feels Better When You Earn It – Shoutout to TheRetroDen for an amazing take: https://youtu.be/br7TF52W8TA?si=ETq_HeFdv37BHe5y. Gaming feels more rewarding when it’s treated as a break after real-life productivity. We discuss whether gaming sessions become more fulfilling when they’re earned instead of being mindless escapism.
Join us for another deep dive into gaming, tech, and internet culture. Let us know your thoughts in the comments—do you still enjoy retro gaming? Is VR the future or a gimmick? And do you miss the old internet?
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Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:53 New Astro Bot Levels – Does It Still Hold Up? 00:05:02 Experiencing PlayStation VR for the First Time – 10 Years Late 00:18:28 Console VR vs. PC VR – Which Feels Better? 00:26:00 The Power of VR – How Depth Changes Everything 00:30:00 Playing PlayStation 1 & 2 in 2025 – Why It’s Still Incredible 00:40:00 What Is a Retro Scaler? How They Work & Why They Matter 00:50:00 The Joy of Retro Games – Timeless Gaming Without Distractions 00:58:57 Why the Old Internet Was Better – A Look Back 01:16:00 Gaming Feels More Fulfilling When It’s Earned
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